1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 1968 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2007 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2007 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Buick | Mini |
Model | Riviera | Cooper |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |